Maheen Khan, Pakistan's leading fashion designer, has played a pivotal role in developing the industry since the 1970s. As the founder of the Fashion Pakistan Council, she has provided opportunities for numerous designers to achieve worldwide recognition. Her iconic creation for Benazir Bhutto and global presentations, including Milan Fashion Week, where she was dubbed the "Coco Chanel of the East," sealed her place in fashion history. Maheen's career has been marked by elegance and distinctiveness, and she continues to serve as an inspiration to emerging designers around the world.
It’s a lovely, hot, sunny day—one of those rare warm ones before the winter chill sets in. And we should make the most of these last moments of summer. Speaking of summer, has anyone noticed that pink has been everywhere this season? I’m not talking about just any pink, but that perfect strawberry pink that’s brought such joy to the season.
“Anything is possible with sunshine and a little pink”
Lilly Pulitzer
Transitioning into Autumn’s Deeper Pink Palette
As we transition into autumn pink won’t be going anywhere as we will shift from the vibrant, strawberry-pink hues of summer to the deeper, sophisticated shades of autumn. Darker tones of pink—rich fuchsia, dark tea pink, and the luxurious Bordeaux—will be carrying us gracefully into the cooler months. These darker, more sophisticated pinks are perfect for autumn and winter, and they’re exactly the kind of colors we Pakistanis love. So, get your maroon joras out, and you’ll find yourself right on trend!
Play with Lengths: Style Tips for Every Mood
Since we are on the topic of joras, let’s talk lengths too. This season the lengths are fluid. Wear the length that excites you—that’s the beauty of fashion. But don’t have all your shirts short, or all of them long, try to adapt to all styles. However, one little styling tip, please, please let your trousers peek out beneath your kameez. There’s nothing worse than wearing a jora that looks like a maxi, or a dress or like you forgot to wear trousers altogether! Let the trousers have their moment, adding that balance to the look.
The Elegance of the Shalwar: A Cultural Essential
And that brings me to the shalwar. I think as Pakistanis, somewhere along the way we have forgotten to wear shalwar, it’s such a beautiful garment and an essential piece of our cultural heritage. Many of us have traded shalwars for trousers. Don’t get me wrong, trousers have their place, but there’s something so timeless, so elegant, about a shalwar.
Timeless elegance with Gulabo’s signature shalwar collection
At Gulabo, we’re deeply proud to be known as the best shalwar maker and designer in Pakistan. Our shalwars are thoughtfully crafted, and one of our signature styles, the half Patiala, has become a wardrobe favorite. It’s a modern take on the full Patiala, with a softer, more wearable volume. Over the years, we’ve explored endless variations of Patiala Shalwars, sometimes fusing elements of trousers with the shalwar, to keep things fresh and innovative.
Elevate your wardrobe with the perfect shalwar. Explore Gulabo’s collection now!
Gulabo’s New Season Shalwar Collection
This season at Gulabo, we’re diving deeper into the shalwar’s potential, experimenting with designs. Stay tuned for what we have in store, as we’ll be capturing these designs in an exciting shoot this Wednesday, with some behind-the-scenes glimpses planned just for you.
So, here's to celebrating the last days of summer, embracing those gorgeous shades of pink, experimenting with lengths, and, most importantly, getting shalwar back in trend for us. Wear what speaks to you, be true to your style, and let's ring in the new season with a touch of heritage and a lot of flair.
